ACCOMMODATION

For your convenience Kurus English arranges accommodation to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Basically, you have four options:

1. HOST FAMILY

Staying with a Host Family in Cape Town provides you additional language opportunities whilst living in an English-speaking environment.
We have a fine network of selected, progressive and open-minded Host Families who will make you feel at home and who will give you an additional opportunity to experience Cape Town, its culture and its people.Host Families are carefully chosen by Kurus English and range from a married couple to single-person hosts, with or without children or pets. Although rooms may not be luxurious, you can expect a clean space, a bed, night shelf, table and wardrobe. Normally you would share a bathroom with your host, however, it is possible to book your own private bathroom, if you prefer. All Host families are close to our school, within a maximum transport time of 30 minutes. This can be on foot, by bus or mini-bus.

2. STUDENT RESIDENCE

We have arrangements with various student residences close to our school. In a student residence you have the opportunity to stay with students from all over the world and also other language schools. Providing you with great opportunities to interact with many different nationalities, making it easy for you to discover leisure-time activities.

It would be wise not to expect a luxurious bedroom. You can choose between sharing a bathroom or enjoying your own bathroom, at an additional cost.

3. GUEST HOUSE

We have contacts with exclusive Guest Houses, close to our school. We can match all your requests in every price category. Prices, however, are subject to seasonal change. Our preferred Guest Houses are small, with a maximum capacity of 12 rooms, and carefully selected. Staying in Guest House accommodation will provide you with additional opportunities to speak and to improve your English.Here a choice of recommended partners, feel free to have a look at their websites to gain a more detailed impression.

The Blue House Guest House:

The Blue House Guest House is a small Victorian house, located in Tamboerskloof and is situated within walking distance of the centre of Cape Town. This Guest House offers the charm of the tradition combined with modern comfort.

Kurus English is a charming 20 minutes walk away, from the Guest House, all the while under the gaze of magnificent Table Mountain. An efficient bus or taxi service is also available.

Price Range: EUR 80 – EUR 100 per night

Avatara Guest House

Avatara, situated at the foot of Signal Hill in Green Point, on the Atlantic Sea Board. It lies within walking distance of the ever popular V&A Waterfront, Cape Town Stadium, de Waterkant’s Cape Quarter and within a 5 minute drive of Table Mountain, the city centre and the world’s most spectacular beaches.

Tranquil, romantic rooms echo the sophisticated mood from the original Victorian house, ensuring you comfort and convenience. To reach Kurus English, we recommend taking the bus from Main Road or High Level Road. If you prefer, you could also take an exciting trip in a local mini-bus.

Price Range: EUR 100 – EUR 150 per night

Parker Cottage:

Rather than being just a conventional place to sleep, Parker Cottage offers an exclusive urban retreat, right in the creative heart of Cape Town. This accommodation blends simplicity, luxury, with an active concern for society and the environment.

Parker Cottage is situated very close to Kurus English, just a 10 minute walk away; it is so close taking a bus or a taxi is not necessary.

Price Range: EUR 150 – EUR 200 per night

4. HOTEL

We have contacts with nearby exclusive hotels. We can match all your requests in every price category. Prices are subject to seasonal change.
Please feel free to have a look at the websites to gain a more detailed impression.

Strand Tower Hotel

Strand Tower is a four-star hotel located in the city centre, not far from the V&A Waterfront, with all the prime city attractions but a short walk away. The rooms offer incontestable, panoramic views of Table Mountain, Lions Head, the city and the harbour.

Enjoy the morning buzz of the city while walking to Kurus English in under 10 minutes.

Price Range: EUR 130 – EUR 180 per night.

Protea Fire & Ice

The Protea Hotel Fire & Ice is a modern and interestingly-themed hotel, full of surprises from the minute you step into the lobby. Service levels and room standards are very high. The hotel is nestled in the heart of Cape Town’s entertainment area, a stone’s throw away from the best and most vibrant nightlife hotspots, cafés and restaurants.

The Protea Hotel Fire & Ice is just around the corner from Kurus English, and is just a short walk away of a maximum 10 minutes away.

Price Range: EUR 150 – EUR 200 per night

PRICES

Host Family, single room, breakfast

EUR

220 per week

Host Family, single room, breakfast, own bathroom

EUR

280 per week

Half Board (includes dinner)

EUR

+100 per week

Student Residence, single room, breakfast, sharing bathroom

EUR

280 per week

Student Residence, single room, breakfast, own bathroom

EUR

330 per week

Student Residence, dorm room, max 4 beds, breakfast (Hostel)

EUR

210 per week

Guest House, single room, breakfast*

EUR

80-150 per night

3 Star Hotel, single room, breakfast*

EUR

150-200 per night

*Guest House and Hotel prices are subject to seasonal changes and availability. Prices are in addition to the course fees.

Airport Transfer:
Cape Town International Airport to Accommodation or/ and Accommodation to Cape Town International Airport EUR 45 / 90